carbonization
|car-bon-i-za-tion|
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/ˌkɑːrbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
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/ˌkɑːbənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
turning into carbon
Etymology
Etymology Information
'carbonization' originates from the French word 'carbonisation', which is derived from 'carbone', meaning 'carbon'.
Historical Evolution
'carbonisation' transformed into the English word 'carbonization' in the 19th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the process of turning into carbon', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of converting a substance into carbon or a carbon-containing residue through pyrolysis or destructive distillation.
The carbonization of wood produces charcoal.
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Last updated: 2025/04/28 10:50